Somatization becomes a mental health problem when it interferes with
1. social activities.
2. cultural orientation.
3. recreational activities.
4. activities of daily life.
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Second criterion for diagnosis is interference with daily life.
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Rank the nursing interventions in order, beginning with the first intervention the nurse should implement in response to the new behavior. a. Review the medication list for potential causes. b. Plan nursing care to promote a trusting relationship. c. Look for likely causes for psychotic manifestations. d. Consult with health care provider about medications.
A patient is being given home instructions following a vasectomy in the physician's office. Teaching by the nurse should include that:
1. postoperative care consists of warm sitz baths. 2. vasectomies should be seen as usually permanent but sometimes reversible. 3. sexual intercourse should be delayed for up to 3 months. 4. the surgical procedure may interfere with ejaculation.
The overall goal for pain control during childbirth is to
a. completely abolish pain b. avoid all analgesic medications c. keep the mother sedated d. achieve a healthy and satisfying outcome for the family
The nurse determines that the patient demonstrates an understanding of preoperative teaching with which responses? (Select all that apply.)
a. "I will need to sign a consent form before I am given my medications prior to my surgery." b. "The surgeon will want me to ambulate as soon as possible after my surgery." c. "My nurse will want me to take the deep-est breaths I can tolerate following my surgery." d. "I may experience some constipation if I am taking much pain medication after my surgery." e. "The general anesthesia will prevent me from having pain for the first 24 hours after surgery."